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Multicultural hub receives crucial funding
A not-for-profit community centre in Seddon has secured half a million dollars in funding for upgrades to ensure it can continue supporting multicultural and migrant…
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ParKanDo activities on show
People living with Parkinson’s disease or caring for those with the disease are encouraged to take advantage of an upcoming ‘activity fair’ event. The annual…
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Arts at your doorstep
Hobsons Bay council has released its 2022 Arts At Your Doorstep program, featuring performances from three entertaining acts for residents of all ages to enjoy.…
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A chance for early educators to increase their qualifications for free
Victoria University (VU) is offering fully-funded early childhood teaching degrees for eligible students, to help combat the shortage of degree-qualified teachers in the sector. The…
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Augmented reality app named a finalist in education project award
The 2022 iTNews Benchmark Awards has named Victoria University’s new augmented reality [AR] of its Footscray Park campus as a finalist for the Best Education…
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Short courses on offer
Maribyrnong residents are encouraged to take advantage of a program of free short courses on offer across a range of topics including aged care and…
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Young minds invited to explore light in all its glory at Scienceworks
Scienceworks has unveiled a new exhibition, allowing young minds to explore the science behind one of the world’s most valued resources, light. Illuminate: How Science…
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Hobsons Bay mayor expresses disappointment at lack of funding commitments for Gellibrand
Less than a week out from the federal election, Hobsons Bay mayor Peter Hemphill has expressed his disappointment at the lack of funding commitments for…
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Supporting the freight and logistics industry
Victoria’s freight and logistics industry will receive a boost thanks to construction of a freight facility in Altona, providing a direct rail connection to Port…
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Designs released for new Altona Pier
The popular Altona Pier will be demolished and replaced with a new, modern design with construction set to commence late this year. Ports and freight…
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Bipartisan support for local media
Federal Labor has announced a $15 million pledge, if elected to Government, to support media publishers hit by steepling newsprint costs. The rescue package was…
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A little deed making a big difference
Yarraville West Primary School student George Wakefield has shown what a big difference a small deed can make when he decided to shave his head…
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All abilities choir wants you!
An Altona Meadows based choir focused on connectivity and accessibility is re-launching this year after a long COVID hiatus, and is looking for members of…
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Hobsons Bay community asked to dig deep for the Red Shield Appeal
The Salvation Army’s signature fundraising drive The Red Shield Appeal is back on this year, with this year’s appeal focusing on the burgeoning issue of…
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Choirs in Melbourne’s West get their chance on the big stage
Two choirs based in Melbourne’s west will join the upcoming season of Melbourne Theatre Company’s production ‘The Heartbreak Choir’. The Heartbreak choir tells the story…
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